At SOUL Sailing, we believe that anyone can learn to sail. By using small boats with a traditionally rigged set-up, students are exposed to basic concepts of sailing in a hands-on approach. Sailing is about feeling, understanding, and connecting with the environment around you. Our focus is on enjoying the water, but students are also exposed to the historically appropriate terminology. Students are encouraged to ask questions and learn by doing. We recognize that everyone learns at their own pace and we work to tailor the experience of sailing to the various levels of familiarity and comfort of our students.

Our lead instructor is Captain Dave Jenkins. Captain Dave has an infectious love of the water! He began his career as a sailor on small wooden boats in Sippican Harbor while attending Tabor Academy; the “School by the Sea.” While at Tabor, he was fortunate enough to be able to spend time aboard their premier teaching vessel the SSV Tabor Boy. Dave’s enthusiasm only grew from there. After owning several small sailboats of his own, he decided to share this love with others. Captain Dave has taught sailing in various NY waterways, including New York Harbor and Long Island Sound. He also volunteers with the historic NYC Fireboat the John J. Harvey.

SOUL Sailing offers several different sailing lesson options. Whether you have never sailed before, or are an experienced sailor who just needs a refresher, SOUL Sailing has something to fit your needs. If you’re not sure which sailing option suits you best, contact us!

ASA 111, Sailing Review
Desire to improve or re-familiarize sailing knowledge and skills imparted during previous ASA keelboat certification course(s). Student and Instructor jointly decide on goals prior to the start of the review. Student receives a written, personalized Recommended Plan suggesting steps for continued improvement in knowledge and skills proficiencies after the review is completed. This review may be taken multiple times.

Other Services Offered

Women Only Courses

Couples Courses

Private Courses

Weekday Courses

Weekend Courses

Corporate Team Building Courses

ASA Veterans Sailing Education Program

At ASA we recognize the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who have served or are serving in our country's armed forces. As a token of our appreciation, and our way of saying thank you, we are inviting veterans and active military personnel to share our passion for sailing by offering a discount on our ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Sailing course.SOUL Sailing is offering a minimum of $50.00 or 10% off their ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Sailing course.